Shakira
At 49 years old, Shakira remains one of the most prominent Spanish Musicians working today.
Colombian singer, songwriter and actress
"Shakira's performance at the 2010 FIFA World Cup opening and closing ceremonies with 'Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)' solidified her status as a global icon." — About Shakira
| Metric | Shakira | Avg Musician | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 49 | 57 | -8 yrs |
| Height | 2cm (0'1") | 121cm | -119cm |
| Career length | 31 yrs | ~35 yrs | -4 yrs |
| Based on 830 Musician profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Shakira
Did you know that Shakira almost got rejected from her school choir for having too strong a vibrato, which the music teacher described as sounding like a 'goat'?
- Shakira wrote her first song, 'La Rosita,' at the age of eight, inspired by a rose.
- She was rejected from her school choir at age 10 because her strong vibrato was deemed to sound 'like a goat.'
- Shakira is fluent in Spanish, English, and Portuguese, and also speaks some French, Italian, and Arabic.
- Her IQ is reportedly 140, placing her in the genius category, showcasing her intelligence beyond music.
- As a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, she founded the Pies Descalzos Foundation, which supports education for children in Colombia.
Shakira's performance at the 2010 FIFA World Cup opening and closing ceremonies with 'Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)' solidified her status as a global icon. This anthem became the best-selling World Cup song of all time, reaching billions worldwide and showcasing her unique blend of Latin and world music.
Shakira's lasting legacy is her groundbreaking role in popularizing Latin music globally, blending rock, pop, and traditional Latin sounds, while also using her platform for significant philanthropic work in education.